“Hardware Store” is a dynamic, grippingly melodic single from April Fools, via their upcoming EP. “I think I need another drink,” the initially understated vocals admit, driving aptly into a sweltering array of guitars — invoking a ’90s nostalgia in the blend of heavy distortion and wailing twangs. The production consistently enamors in its delectable tonal rise and falls, maintaining an anthemic spirit into its “meet me at the hardware store,” culmination: “We could fix you.” The second half is gorgeous as well, featuring a soaring vocal immersion and dreamier, organ-touched rock pace. April Fools thoroughly impress on this infectious,

Claire Brooks – “Oxygen”

21.11.2024

Listen: Solomon Miller - "Accost in the Dark" -- Obscure Sound

A strong mystique takes hold on “Accost in the Dark,” a new track from Solomon Miller that envelops in its chilly organs, exotic brass adornments, and slinky keys. The release represents the third single from Miller, who was raised in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. Rock, jazz, and dreamy pop converge with stellar qualities on “Accost in the Dark,” which sounds fit for a late-night cruise traversing into the unknown. — This and other tracks featured this month can be streamed on the updating Obscure Sound’s ‘Emerging Singles’ Spotify playlist.

Claire Brooks – “Oxygen”

21.11.2024

Feature: Aníbal - 'Bungalow Sessions' EP -- Obscure Sound

An affecting EP from Aníbal, Bungalow Sessions presents a captivating blend of layered folk and shimmering rock, weaving heartfelt emotion with dynamic structural builds. With dreamy acoustics, reflective vocals, and moments of nocturnal synth beauty, the EP captures the emotional pull of infatuation and introspection. The El Paso-based singer/songwriter will be releasing the EP on November 26th. “Creative Act” opens the EP with a dreamy folk entrancement, lyrically capturing a changing of emotions within a relationship. “I fell in love with your science fiction, that I created in my head,” Aníbal sings, compelling amidst twangy guitars, steady acoustic strums, and

Claire Brooks – “Oxygen”

21.11.2024

Listen: Slaughter Beach - "Baby" -- Obscure Sound

Danish trio Slaughter Beach unveil a flourishing pop breeziness on the single “Baby.” Serene vocals lament that “you bring out the worst in me,” alongside twinkling piano, bouncy synths, and lush guitars. A dreamier bridge ensues thereafter — “I can’t get it through my head,” — that builds enjoyably within the more effervescent general drive. The track marks another success from Slaughter Beach, which comprises Nikolaj Westi, Mads Emil Aagaard, and Hasse Mydtskov. — This and other tracks featured this month can be streamed on the updating Obscure Sound’s ‘Emerging Singles’ Spotify playlist. The track is also featured in the

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Listen: April Fools - "Hardware Store" -- Obscure Sound

Listen: Solomon Miller - "Accost in the Dark" -- Obscure Sound

Feature: Aníbal - 'Bungalow Sessions' EP -- Obscure Sound

Listen: Slaughter Beach - "Baby" -- Obscure Sound

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